Surprise Cheese Puffs Recipe
Description: These Surprise Cheese Puffs are an excellent appetizer, perfect for any occasion. They are incredibly easy to prepare and can be made in advance, allowing you to bake them as needed. With a delightful blend of sharp cheddar cheese, spices, and stuffed green olives, these puffs are sure to impress your guests.
Recipe Category: Cheese
Keywords: Quick & Easy, Appetizer, Oven, Party Food
Servings: 50 puffs
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Butter |
| 2 cups | Sharp cheddar cheese |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Paprika |
| 1 tsp | Cayenne pepper |
| 1 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 50 | Stuffed green olives |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 43.7
- Fat: 3.4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1g
- Cholesterol: 9.6mg
- Sodium: 67.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 1.4g
Instructions:
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Blend Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, sharp cheddar cheese, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Blend them together until smooth and well combined.
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Incorporate Flour: Stir in the all-purpose flour gradually, ensuring it is thoroughly mixed with the cheese mixture, creating a dough-like consistency.
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Mold the Puffs: Take approximately 1 teaspoon of the mixture and wrap it around each stuffed green olive, ensuring the olive is completely covered by the cheese mixture.
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Chill: Place the cheese-covered olives on a baking sheet and chill them in the refrigerator until firm, usually for about 20 minutes.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Bake: Once chilled, transfer the cheese-covered olives to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake them in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
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Serve: Remove the Surprise Cheese Puffs from the oven and serve them hot, allowing your guests to enjoy the delightful flavors and textures.
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Storage: If you want to prepare these in advance, you can freeze the assembled puffs before baking. Simply store them in a plastic bag and freeze until ready to use. When needed, bake them directly from the freezer, extending the baking time slightly until they are cooked through and golden.
These Surprise Cheese Puffs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will disappear quickly from your party table. Enjoy the cheesy goodness with the surprise burst of flavor from the stuffed green olives! 🧀🫒
